# Where to watch The Wrong Man: 17 Years Behind Bars (2024) in the UK

> The Wrong Man: 17 Years Behind Bars (2024) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2024  
**Runtime:** 59 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T17:53:40.495Z)  

## Synopsis

Fighting to prove his innocence, Andrew Malkinson tells the shocking story of how he was convicted and sentenced to life in prison for a horrific crime he didn’t commit.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=The%20Wrong%20Man%3A%2017%20Years%20Behind%20Bars)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Wrong Man: 17 Years Behind Bars for free in the UK?**

The Wrong Man: 17 Years Behind Bars (2024) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**Is The Wrong Man: 17 Years Behind Bars on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Wrong Man: 17 Years Behind Bars is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1294456/the-wrong-man-17-years-behind-bars-2024
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/qGF0GZlbbXpDQPYghUkcxb75vJx.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1294456/the-wrong-man-17-years-behind-bars-2024.json

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